Heico Corporation (HEI)vsOshkosh Corporation (OSK)
HEI
Heico Corporation
$331.43
-0.46%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $46.31B
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$130.53
-1.95%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 112% more annual revenue ($10.43B vs $4.91B). HEI leads profitability with a 16.1% profit margin vs 5.5%. HEI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.03. HEI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
HEI
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
OSK
Hold49
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.9%
Fair Value
$350.16
Current Price
$331.43
$18.73 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 25.5%
Revenue surging 25.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 48.2% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.3x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.2% revenue growth
5.5% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.6%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HEI
The strongest argument for HEI centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.1% and operating margin at 25.5%. Revenue growth of 25.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : HEI
The primary concerns for HEI are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 59.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HEI profiles as a growth stock while OSK is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
HEI is growing revenue faster at 25.3% — sustainability is the question.
HEI generates stronger free cash flow (274M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HEI scores higher overall (62/100 vs 49/100), backed by strong 16.1% margins and 25.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Heico Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
HEICO Corporation designs, manufactures, and sells aerospace, defense, and electronic products and services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hollywood, Florida.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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